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by doth
Sun Jan 03, 2021 12:34 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: lethargic crab
Replies: 6
Views: 905

Re: lethargic crab

I wish I could remember what @wodesorel said about crabs bubbling at the mouth. Someone on the FB group had a similar issue a few months ago. I did a quick Google search and came across this article. I am not sure how accurate the information is. I'm not sure the are referring to marine or land cra...
by doth
Sun Jan 03, 2021 10:21 am
Forum: Emergency
Topic: lethargic crab
Replies: 6
Views: 905

Re: lethargic crab

Mrsshadyowl wrote:If you haven't gotten a response from anyone here I would suggest joing the fb group they are very responsive on there. I hope your baby is ok. Sorry I'm not experienced enough to help.
thanks, that's a good idea!

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by doth
Tue Dec 29, 2020 7:53 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: lethargic crab
Replies: 6
Views: 905

Re: lethargic crab

doth wrote:Update: bubbles have decrease but are still present

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bubbles are now completely gone!

he is still lying there but has shifted a couple times throughout the day. we haven't seen him eat or walk around or anything.

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by doth
Tue Dec 29, 2020 5:58 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: lethargic crab
Replies: 6
Views: 905

Re: lethargic crab

Update: bubbles have decrease but are still present

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by doth
Tue Dec 29, 2020 3:08 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: lethargic crab
Replies: 6
Views: 905

lethargic crab

1. What kind of substrate is used in your tank and how deep is it? playsand/ee, about 8 inches 2. Do you have gauges in the tank to measure temperature and humidity? If so, where are they located and what temperature and humidity do they usually read? Yes, typically 90%, and 78-71F 3. Is a heat sour...
by doth
Mon Dec 07, 2020 10:44 pm
Forum: Crab & Care Questions
Topic: Found crab, should I buy it a friend?
Replies: 5
Views: 616

Re: Found crab, should I buy it a friend?

can you show some pictures of him? that way we know if your cutie is land or marine [emoji846]

definitely offer him some dechlorinated marine salt water & fresh water as soon as you can, I bet he's itching for some proper hydration! what a little trooper!

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by doth
Sun Nov 22, 2020 9:36 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: An Update - Providing some Closure
Replies: 4
Views: 754

Re: An Update - Providing some Closure

sorry for your loss. something similar happened with one of my crabs last year. it is always hard not knowing what happened. sounds like jarvis is enjoying the upgrade though!

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by doth
Sat Nov 21, 2020 1:34 pm
Forum: Pictures
Topic: Violet’s New Dolphin Shell
Replies: 10
Views: 1501

Re: Violet’s New Dolphin Shell

such a cutie! is that from Naples? one of my crabs uses their palm tree shell [emoji4]

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by doth
Fri Oct 23, 2020 4:04 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Discord hermit crab server?
Replies: 12
Views: 1512

Re: Discord hermit crab server?

awesome, I'll join!

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by doth
Fri Oct 16, 2020 9:36 pm
Forum: Crab Behavior
Topic: Not changing shells
Replies: 8
Views: 867

Re: Not changing shells

jonathon1989 wrote: Try Naples Sea Shell Company


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I second naples, they have a great selection and have some "variety pack" type options for if you need a bunch of shells of a similar size

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by doth
Fri Oct 16, 2020 5:21 pm
Forum: Pictures
Topic: Sebastian
Replies: 5
Views: 551

Re: Sebastian

she's so cute! it's always funny when they change shells often like that, like they are picking out a new outfit lol

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by doth
Fri Oct 16, 2020 5:20 pm
Forum: Crab Behavior
Topic: Not changing shells
Replies: 8
Views: 867

Re: Not changing shells

you can never have too many spare shells! make sure to have options in different sizes & shapes- he may want another similar to what he has, or he may go for a different style that is lighter or heavier depending on his preference. sometimes they can be very picky, so lots of options is key. Sent fr...
by doth
Fri Oct 16, 2020 5:18 pm
Forum: New Crabs and New Crab Owners
Topic: New owner
Replies: 6
Views: 823

Re: New owner

Welcome!!

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by doth
Thu Oct 15, 2020 7:07 pm
Forum: Crabitat Conditions
Topic: Exo Terra Forest Branch
Replies: 2
Views: 536

Re: Exo Terra Forest Branch

it should be fine. you can soak the wood in marine salt water beforehand to discourage mold growth.

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by doth
Sun Oct 11, 2020 3:14 pm
Forum: Pictures
Topic: Baby Hermit Crabs
Replies: 11
Views: 1600

Re: Baby Hermit Crabs

wow, they are so cute! love the names too

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